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County attorney reports limited movement in Annapolis; DLS recommends against local judgeship request

Board of County Commissioners of Saint Mary's County · March 4, 2026
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Summary

Deputy County Attorney John Houser reported that most local bills are in early stages, SB357 (gaming permits) moved favorable with amendments, and Department of Legislative Services recommended against the county's request for a fourth judgeship citing state fiscal constraints.

Deputy County Attorney John Houser provided the board an update on the 2026 Maryland General Assembly.

Houser said the session was in a mid-period lull and that few local bills had yet moved; he noted SB357 on gaming permits had been reported favorable with amendments and that local offices had supported those amendments. He…

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